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A user-friendly guide to creating a new Apple ID for iTunes and more
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Do you want to set up a new iTunes account? Apple has shifted away from using iTunes-specific accounts, so all Apple services now fall under one Apple ID. Luckily, you can create a new Apple ID in a few simple steps. To sign up using iTunes, you'll need a valid payment method to make purchases from the iTunes store. With other methods, you'll only need a valid email and phone number. This wikiHow will show you how to create a new Apple ID on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, and even on your PC or Android.
Things You Should Know
- Apple ID is used to access all Apple services such as iTunes, iCloud, Apple Music, the App Store, and more.
- When using iTunes, you'll need to provide a payment method along with a valid phone number.
- For other methods, you'll need to verify your Apple ID using your email and a valid phone number.
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Navigate to the Apple ID account creation page in your web browser. You can use a desktop or mobile browser on any platform, including Android and Windows. [1] X Research source
- This method requires a valid phone number.
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Enter your personal information. You'll need to input your First name , Last name , Country/Region , and Birthday .Advertisement
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Enter your Apple ID and password.
- The email you enter will be your new Apple ID.
- Your password must be at least 8 characters long and include a number, an uppercase letter, and a lowercase letter.
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Enter your phone number. This is how Apple with verify your identity.
- You can choose to verify with a Text message or Phone call .
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Opt in or out for emails. You can opt to receive Announcements , Apps, Music, TV, and More , and/or Apple News Newsletter emails.
- Check the box to opt in or uncheck the box to opt out.
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Enter the security characters. Input the security characters in the image.
- If needed, you can click New Code to generate a new code.
- You can also click Vision Impaired to hear the code spoken.
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Click Continue .
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Verify your email address. Apple will send a verification code to the email used in the signup process. Enter the code in the field below and click Continue .
- If you don't see a code, click Send a New Code below the code field.
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Click Continue .
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Verify your phone number. Apple will send a verification code to the phone number used in the signup process. Enter the code in the field below and click Continue .
- If you don't see a code, click Didn't get a code? below the code field.
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Click Continue . You'll be taken to your new Apple ID homepage.
- You'll now be able to access all Apple services.
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Click the Apple menu. This is the apple icon located in the top-left corner of your screen. [2] X Research source
- This method requires a valid phone number.
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Click System Preferences . A new page will open.
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Click Sign In . You can find this on the right side of the screen.
- If you're already logged in and want to create a new account, sign out first.
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Click Create Apple ID . You'll need to follow the onscreen steps to complete the signup process.
- A new window will open.
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Enter your date of birth and click Next . Click the drop-down menu to input the Day , Month , and Year .
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Enter your login information. You'll need to input your First name , Last name , Email address , and Password .
- The email you enter will be your new Apple ID.
- You can also click Get a free iCloud email address… to create a new @iCloud.com email.
- Your password must be at least 8 characters long and include a number, an uppercase letter, and a lowercase letter.
- You can opt to receive Apple News and Announcements. Check the box to receive them, or you can uncheck the box to opt out.
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Click Next .
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Enter your phone number and click Next . This is how Apple with verify your identity.
- You can choose to verify with a Text message or Phone call .
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Enter the verification code and click Next . This will be a 6-digit code sent via text or phone, depending on your choice.
- Click Did not receive code to receive another code.
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Click Agree . You'll need to agree to Apple's Terms and Conditions to create an Apple ID.
- Make sure to check the box underneath the terms.
- You'll be taken back to the Sign in page.
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Log into your new Apple ID. You'll now be able to access all Apple services.
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Open iTunes. If you haven't already, you'll need to download iTunes . [3] X Research source
- Make sure to update iTunes to its latest version.
- This method requires a valid payment method and a phone number.
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In the top toolbar, click Account . This will open a drop-down menu.
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Click Sign in… . If you're already logged in with an account, you'll need to sign out.
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Click Create New Apple ID . This will be at the bottom-left corner.
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Enter your information. You'll need to input your Email , Password , and Country/Region .
- The email you enter will be your new Apple ID.
- Your password must be at least 8 characters long and include a number, an uppercase letter, and a lowercase letter.
- Be sure to check the box next to Terms & Conditions .
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Click Continue
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Enter your Personal Information. You must enter your First Name , Last Name , Birthday , and provide three security questions with answers.
- To choose security questions, click the Question 1/2/3 box and select your choice. Enter the answer in the field directly below it.
- You can opt to receive Apple News and Announcements . Check the box to receive them, or you can uncheck the box to opt out.
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Click Continue .
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Enter a payment method. You'll need to enter your Card number , Billing Address , and Phone number .
- You can use multiple payment methods with your Apple ID.
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Click Continue .
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Verify your Apple ID. Apple will send a verification code to the email used in the signup process. Enter the code in the field below and click Verify .
- If you don't see a code, click Request a New Code below the code field.
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Click Continue . Your Apple ID will be created.
- You can now use your new Apple ID to access all Apple Services.
- You'll be able to use iTunes to buy music or check your iTunes balance .
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Open the Settings app. If you're already logged into an Apple ID on your device, you'll need to log out. [4] X Research source
- This method requires a valid phone number.
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Tap Sign in to your iPhone . This will be located at the very top, underneath Settings .
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Tap Don't have an Apple ID or forgot it? . This will be underneath the Apple ID field.
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Tap Create Apple ID . The setup process will begin.
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Enter your Birthday. Use the scroll wheel to navigate to the month, day, and year.
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Enter your name and tap Next . You'll need to provide your First name and Last name .
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Enter your email address. This email will be your Apple ID.
- Tap Use your current email address to use an existing email.
- Tap Get a free iCloud email address to create a new @iCloud.com email.
- Opt in or out for Apple News & Announcements by toggling the switch below the Email field.
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Tap Next .
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Enter a password and tap Next . Make sure to create a secure password.
- Your password must be at least 8 characters long and include a number, an uppercase letter, and a lowercase letter.
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Enter your phone number and tap Next . This is how Apple with verify your identity.
- You can choose to verify with a Text message or Phone call .
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Verify your phone number. Apple will send a verification code to the phone number used in the signup process. Enter the code in the field below and tap Next .
- If you don't see a code, click Didn't get a verification code? below the code field.
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Tap Agree . You must agree to Apple's Terms and Conditions to create an Apple ID.
- You may be prompted to confirm by tapping Agree once more.
- You will automatically sign into iCloud.
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Enter your device passcode. Use the code used to access your device if you have one.
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Tap Verify Email Address , then Send Code .
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Enter the verification code. Apple will send a verification code to the email used in the signup process. Input the code in the field below.
- If you don't see a code, tap Didn't get a verification code? below the code field.
- Your new Apple ID will be created. You'll now be able to access all Apple services.
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1. Open iTunes.
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3. Click Create Apple ID
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4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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